The 17 Best Independent Living Communities in Sanford, FL for 2019

Also serving communities of Lake Mary, Oviedo.

There are 17 Independent Living Communities in the Sanford area, with 2 in Sanford and 15 nearby.

The average cost of independent living in Sanford is $2,175 per month. This is lower than the national median of $2,495. Cheaper nearby regions include Orange City with an average starting cost of $2,173.

To help you with your search, browse the 156 reviews below for independent living communities in Sanford. On average, consumers rate independent living in Sanford 3.5 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Longwood with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Caring.com has helped 8 families in Sanford find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about independent living options and costs in Sanford, call (855) 863-8283.

2 Independent Living Communities in Sanford, FL

Renaissance Retirement Center

Provides: Independent Living

300 W Airport Blvd, Sanford, FL 32773

"We visited Renaissance Retirement Living Community. The staff was knowledgeable, friendly and caring. There wasn't quite enough staff though. The rooms were very large and I imagine it would be..." More

Serenity Towers on The St Johns

Provides: Independent Living

519 E 1st St, Sanford, FL 32771

"Serenity Towers was quiet and peaceful. It was on the river, so I can walk my dogs. I’m in a wheelchair, and they have a boardwalk. The rooms were very nice, and it’s an older building that was..." More

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Caring Star 2017

Sterling Court

Provides: Independent Living

1001 Alabaster Way, Deltona, FL 32725

"We loved everything about Sterling Court, and we didn't look elsewhere. The place was really great, nice, and clean, and everyone was really sweet. We were even able to look at apartments there..." More

Caring Star 2018

The Tremont

Provides: Independent Living

7015 Red Bug Lake Rd, Oviedo, FL 32765

"The Tremont was a very nice place. If I decided to move in, I would like some place like that. However, the apartment was a little on the smaller side, and we were looking for a two-bedroom..." More

Caring Star 2017

Cascade Heights

Provides: Independent Living

160 Islander Court, Longwood, FL 32750

"I moved into Brookdale Island Lake, and I'm very happy with the facility. The people are very nice and very friendly, and the staff is compassionate and caring. It is clean and well-kept. The food..." More

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Caring Star 2014

Brookdale Altamonte Springs

Provides: Independent Living

360 Montgomery Road, Altamonte Springs, FL 32714

"Our tour of Brookdale Altamonte Springs was more abbreviated. It was a very nice place. I didn’t speak to any of the staff, but they seemed pleasant as they were passing. They had a pool, and the..." More

Brookdale Wekiwa Springs

Provides: Independent Living

203 South Wekiwa Springs Road, Apopka, FL 32703

"I thought Brookdale Wekiwa Springs was fine. It looked like a nice place. It is very nice and clean. It has a good surrounding and a good environment. It looks very nice, and they have a lot of..." More

Caring Star 2015

Brookdale Lake Orienta

Provides: Independent Living

217 Boston Avenue, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

"Horizon Bay is the best facility around, and we moved in last March. It’s an older building and very well built. The staff is exceptional and very helpful. They’re trying every way they can to make..." More

Oakmonte Village - Valencia

Provides: Independent Living

1021 Royal Gardens Circle, Lake Mary, FL 32746

"Oakmonte Village is very nice, very good, and I liked it. Its in the vicinity, which is very convenient to our existing doctor, hospital, and medication servers. They gave a tour, they served..." More

Villa Grande on Saxon

Provides: Independent Living

450 Alessandra Circle, Orange City, FL 32763

"Villa Grande on Saxon was attractive and beautiful. The staff was very gracious. They left a very good impression on me. Everything they did was top notch, but I knew I wouldn't be happy there...." More

Caring Star 2015

Atria Orange City

Provides: Independent Living

500 Grand Plaza Drive, Orange City, FL 32763

"The staff who accommodated me at Brookdale Orange City was very nice. I like the anytime dining capability that they offer and the fact that you can leave and come back at 3:00 and order something..." More

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John Knox Village Central Florida

Provides: Independent Living

101 Northlake Dr, Orange City, FL 32763

"John Knox Village was very nice and very big, but the wait is too long -- about three to five years for the unit. The rooms and dining area were very nice. The residents seemed very happy, and the..." More

Saxon Cove

Provides: Independent Living

600 Serenity Circle,, Debary, FL 32713

"Saxon Cove is a very nice facility. The rent is something that my sister-in-law can afford, and they will be moving in this facility. The staff are very nice. and they are very effective people...." More

Florida Living Retirement Community

Provides: Independent Living

600 Edgehill Place, Apopka, FL 32703

"The environment at Florida Living Retirement is very good. The accommodation is outstanding. They take care of your needs. You rent the apartment and when you first move in they put in new..." More

Sand Villa Assisted Living Facility -...

Provides: Independent Living

1178 Bella Vista Circle, Longwood, FL 32779

"Harblin is very good, awesome, and beautiful. It's actually a home in a community. The staff is very nice. They sit around the living area to watch TV, but my dad mostly receives care since his..." More

Uptown Maitland

Provides: Independent Living

525 Sybelia Parkway, Maitland, FL 32751

"Uptown Maitland Senior Apartments was nice. The apartment was not overly large. For one person, it was great. The acceptance of an ESA dog was not a problem. They had an exercise room, and they had..." More

Hillcrest Hampton House

Provides: Independent Living

2000 E. Hillcrest Street, Orlando, FL 32803

"At the time, we looked for a low-income facility and we chose Hillcrest Hampton House. However, I did not think they will be in that category in the future and I thought their rate would go up. The..." More

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Review of Renaissance Retirement Center

I went to Renaissance Retirement Center, and it lacked amenities and an outside area. It was right next to 417; in fact, the parking lot backed up to the embankment. They had an art and crafts room... Read more

Betty
Review of Renaissance Retirement Center

Renaissance Retirement Center was a very nice facility. Probably the worst thing about them was they were a little more expensive than other places I saw. The rooms downstairs had porches outside a... Read more

Jim
Review of Renaissance Retirement Center

I'm living in Renaissance now. I was not pleased with the way they handled my rent, but I have a beautiful two-bedroom apartment with a little kitchen so I can cook, and I'm glad I got this one. Th... Read more

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